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Eddie Would Go: The Story of Eddie Aikau, Hawaiian Hero and Pioneer of Big Wave Surfing

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From surfer and writer Stuart Holmes Coleman, Eddie Would Go is the compelling story of Eddie Aikau's legendary life and legacy, a pipeline into the exhilarating world of surfing, and an important chronicle of the Hawaiian Renaissance and the emergence of modern Hawaii.In the 1970s, a decade before bumper stickers and T-shirts bearing the phrase Eddie Would Go began popping up all over the Hawaiian islands and throughout the surfing world, Eddie Aikau was proving what it meant to be a "waterman." As a fearless and gifted surfer, he rode the biggest waves in the world; as the first and most famous Waimea Bay lifeguard on the North Shore, he saved hundreds of lives from its treacherous waters; and as a proud Hawaiian, he sacrificed his life to save the crew aboard the voyaging canoe Hokule'a. Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ St. Martin's Griffin; Illustrated edition (February 7, 2004)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 288 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0312327188


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 87


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.15 x 0.85 x 9.15 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #167,516 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #20 in Pacific Islanders Biographies #32 in Surfing #1,797 in U.S. State & Local History


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    • Via a well told story of the life and death of the most famous surfers in the world, Eddie Aikau
Although dressed as a dramatic tale of a young heroic Hawaiin surfer's life and death , this is so much more...I didn't realise that Hawaiian waterman, Eddie Aikau, through the life he lived, encapsulated the typical Hawaiian's lifestyle. I discovered surfing as a distraction, that developed into a life-long passion, however Hawaiians are born into that life and no wonder they love the life they live.. Ask any Haole (non Hawaiin) surfer about surfing and he/she will express the almost addictive nature of surfing... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2023 by Kim Hegan Film maker
    • Great condition!
The book we ordered arrived and looked like new!
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2022 by Wes
    • This is a great book!
Excellent! Extremely well written and not just about Eddie and the rest of the Aikau family. Great history of Hawaiian culture and Ohana (family) & early big wave surfing pioneers. Highly recommended and I'm giving this book to my surfing pals as birthday presents. When you are reading this book, it feels like you are watching a video. Most of all, the book makes you feel like you know and have the utmost respect for Eddie. I went out and bought "Eddie Would Go" and especially "Eddie Went" decals for my truck. Says it all! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2022 by Scotty Mon
    • Amazing and inspiring story compellingly told
Review Image by Gregory Martin Gregory Martin
The story of Eddie Aikau, the Hawaiian surfing hero is a legend that must be told. And nobody could research and bring Eddie back to life better than Stuart Coleman. For anyone who loves Hawaiian history, surfing, sailing, the sea or just a good story about heroism, Eddie Would Go is a real page turner. As I was reading the book, I really felt like I got to know Eddie and his family and it brought me back to the time when surfing was just becoming known as a sport and the vision of voyaging on the Polynesian voyaging canoe Hokule'a was just born. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to read this book on a recent sailing trip and read a chapter in the exact spot in the ocean near Molokai where Eddie gave his life to save his crewmates. I highly recommend Stuart Coleman's telling of the story of Eddie Would Go. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2019 by Gregory Martin Gregory Martin
    • My son went to college on the Norrh Shore and had pictures from many surfing contests.
Read this in a Book Club. Knew this book for years just didn't get around to reading until now. Grew up in La Jolla, near Wind 'n Sea beach still one of the most beautiful beaches, but a killer beach. Went to school with Butch VanArtsdalen, the Cheney brothers, Mike Diffendorffer. The beginning of long boards and heavy boards and no leashes. Eddie Aikau was a great young man who loved the Norrh Shore and grew up living in a cemetary. Wiamea Bay is a beautiful calm bay until winter and it becomes a beautiful sight with huge waves. Been there many times. Eddie was a part of an amazing time and I loved his story. A brave man. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2019 by Kindle Customer
    • Eddie would surf with his family in their free time and surfing was like a religion for them
The book "Eddie Would Go: The Story of Eddie Aikau" by Stuart Coleman help gives insight about Eddie's life. Eddie grew up in a family that did not have a lot of money. This book provides the Hawaiian working class and how Eddie had dropped out of school to work and help provide money to his family. Eddie would surf with his family in their free time and surfing was like a religion for them. Surfing had affected his families lives in many ways and many being positive. Not only does this book tell us about Eddie and the Aikau's but it gives us a brief background of the ancient Hawaiians. I definitely recommend this book to anyone that has love for the ocean or just for anyone looking for a fun book for pretty much all ages. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2017 by Arlene
    • Great story of Eddie.
You felt you knew this fine young man. Great writer and writing. I love Hawaii and Hawaiians. Used to go every year to windsurf.
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021 by Geoff H.
    • Eddie Did Go!
Lived in Hawaii when Eddie went missing. What a memorable person deserving of praise! And he still is missed to this very day!
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2021 by Ruth Haynes

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